Multiquip manual HTH44T- Initial START-UP

CAUTION

NEVER operate the trowel in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.

HTH44T— INITIAL START-UP

5.Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch (Figure 8).

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the ride-on power trowel.

Figure 8. Ignition Switch and Key

NEVER place hands or feet inside the guard rings while the engine is running. ALWAYS

6.Turn the ignition key clockwise to the (start) position.The oil and charge indicator lights (Figure 9) should be on.

shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the trowel.

3. It is recommended that the kill switch be used to stop the

engine after every use. Doing this will verify that the switch

is working properly and presents no danger to the

operator. Remember to turn the key to the “OFF” position

OIL

WATER

CHARGE

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OIL AND CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHTS

COME ON WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS

IN THE POSITION.

ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 5-10 SECONDS WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE PRE HEAT POSITION.

after stopping the machine. Not doing so may drain your

units’ battery

4. Place the engine throttle lever (Figure 7) in the LOW

position.

Figure 7. Engine Throttle Control Lever (Low)

Figure 9. Oil and Charge Indicator Lights

NOTE

In cold weather turn the ignition key counter clockwise to the preheat position, wait until the BLUE preheat indicator goes off before turning the ignition key clockwise to the start position. Two or three preheat cycles may be necessary in very cold weather.

HTH44T • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (03/27/12) — PAGE 17